Tasty Apple Muffins Crumb (Printable)

Moist cinnamon apple muffins topped with a buttery crumb, ideal for breakfast or snacks.

# Ingredient list:

→ Muffins

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
10 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
11 - 1/4 cup milk
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - 2 cups peeled, cored, and finely diced apples (about 2 medium)

→ Crumb Topping

14 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
15 - 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
16 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
17 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
18 - Pinch of salt

# Cooking steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly mixed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and uniform.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain moist texture.
05 - Fold in the finely diced apples evenly throughout the batter.
06 - Spoon the batter into prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
07 - In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in the melted butter until clumps form.
08 - Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over each filled muffin cup.
09 - Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10 - Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Perfectly moist and spiced with cinnamon
  • Buttery crumb topping adds delightful texture
02 -
  • Adding 1/4 tsp nutmeg enhances the flavor beautifully
  • Substitute chopped pears for apples if preferred
03 -
  • Mix wet and dry ingredients gently to keep muffins tender
  • Do not skip the crumb topping it adds great texture
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